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- +She:kon, Hello,
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- +* My name is Bruce, and my Mohawk name is Tehotsienhate, meaning "His Bright Fire."
- +* I have lived in Guelph since 1983 and am a retired teacher who discovered my Indigenous heritage
- +in my mid-sixties. Since that time, I have met with knowledge holders and elders to learn about my
- +culture.
- +* I have begun to give back to my community through Fire Keeping, Kairos Blanket Exercise
- +facilitation, and assisting in ceremonies and land-based learning.
- +* As a teacher, I worked in northern communities (Whale Cove and Fort Providence), as well as in
- +Mississauga, giving me experience in both Indigenous settlements and in a multicultural setting.
- +* I have a deep passion for nature and wildlife, leading me to work with naturalist groups and
- +participate in climate action campaigns.
- +* I joined the Greens in 2008 and have been active in the Indigenous advisory circle.
- +* I wish to join Federal Council to bring my voice and experience to the table in a collaborative
- +manner.
- +Niawen, Thank you.
She:kon, Hello, My name is Bruce, and my Mohawk name is Tehotsienhate, meaning "His Bright Fire."
